Pioneer AVIC-W8500NEX Firmware Update (version 1.03)
October 25, 2019
Dear Valued Pioneer Customer:
Pioneer is pleased to announce the availability of a firmware update (version 1.03) for the Pioneer AVIC-W8500NEX In-Dash Navigation AV Receivers. This update is specifically for AVIC-W8500NEX Receivers sold in the United States and Canada.
Warning: Installation on any other product may cause irreversible damage.
Firmware Update Fixes:
This firmware update (version 1.03) addresses the following issues:
- The map is not displayed after updating the map using an external SD card.
- The trip monitor log cannot be saved to external memory.
Required Items for Update:
- Pioneer AVIC-W8500NEX In-Dash Navigation AV Receiver
- A blank SD memory card or USB storage device (2 GB or larger capacity), formatted to FAT32. This device should not contain any other files.
Detailed instructions for installing the firmware are available on the same page as the firmware update download. The installation process is estimated to take no more than ten minutes.
How to Obtain the Free Firmware Update:
- Download the firmware update files to your computer from the Pioneer website: pioneerelectronics.com/firmware
- Transfer the downloaded files to your USB storage device.
- Insert the USB storage device into your Pioneer In-Dash Navigation AV Receiver to begin the update.
Questions:
For any questions regarding this firmware update, please contact Pioneer Customer Service:
- Toll-free: 1-800-421-1404
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Pacific Time), excluding holidays.
- Online: parts.pioneerelectronics.com/contact